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Bismarck

Pete Jahner joined Kirkwood Bank & Trust in 1993. Prior to joining the bank, he was a Federal Bank Examiner. Pete, a Linton native, graduated from UND with a major in Banking and Finance and a Master's in Business Administration. He is also a graduate of the University of Colorado’s Graduate School of Banking. Pete is actively involved in the community. He serves on the boards of Sanford West and the Diocese of Bismarck Expansion Fund. He is also on the Bismarck-Mandan Development Association Leadership Council. Pete and his wife, Lisa, have 3 daughters.

Brad Miller has been in the banking and finance industry for 18 years and has been with Kirkwood Bank & Trust since 2003. He was born and raised in Sherwood, ND and is a graduate of Minot State University with a degree in Business Management and Finance. Whether you are looking to buy a vehicle, build a house, or start a business, Brad has the experience necessary to help you meet your goals. Brad spends his time away from work volunteering for Bismarck Youth Baseball, coaching various youth sports, and hunting and fishing as much as possible.

Shelley Trolliey joined Kirkwood Bank & Trust in 1989 while attending college at the University of Mary. She began her banking career in the front line as a teller and also gained experience in bookkeeping and loan processing. Shelley has nearly 30 years of experience in the banking industry. She is a graduate of Jamestown High School and the University of Mary with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Business Management. Shelley enjoys assisting new and existing consumer and business customers and working together to attain their goals and dreams. Shelley and her husband, Russ, have 3 children and are very active in various youth sports and clubs in the community.

Steve Gerhardt joined Kirkwood Bank & Trust in 2005. He graduated from the University of Mary with a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in finance. Steve has lived in the Bismarck/Mandan area most of his life and understands the diverse needs of his customers. Whether you’re searching for a home, starting a business, purchasing new farm equipment or a new car, he has the expertise to help you finance your dream. He and his family are active in sports, enjoy pheasant and deer hunting and time at the family farm.

Brett Mealio has over 17 years of banking experience and has been with Kirkwood Bank & Trust since 2008. His lending experience includes commercial loans, agricultural loans, SBA financing, construction financing and consumer loans. Brett has a degree in Risk Management with a concentration in Finance from St. Cloud State University and is a graduate of the University of Colorado's Graduate School of Banking. Brett has been a member of the Bismarck Kiwanis Club since 2006 and served as the 2014-2015 club president. He and his wife, Linda, enjoy many outdoor activities and spending time with their grandchildren.

Kara joined Kirkwood Bank & Trust in 2008 and has been working as a Loan Officer since 2013. Her banking experience also includes internal auditing and mortgage loan processing. She graduated from Minot State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree and from University of Mary with a Master's in Business Administration with an emphasis on Business Management. Her office is located at Kirkwood Bank's north Bismarck location where she would be happy to help you with commercial, consumer and real estate financining needs. She and her husband, John, are Bismarck natives and enjoy traveling and spending time with family and friends. They have two sons.

Jarrod joined Kirkwood Bank & Trust in 2010. He is a native of Glen Ullin and a graduate of Dickinson State University with double-majors in Business Administration and Banking and Finance. Jarrod has worked as a Teller and Internal Auditor before taking his current position as Downtown Bank Manager/Loan Officer. In his spare time, he loves participating in water sports, spending time playing softball, golfing, snowboarding and hunting.

Steven Allard joined Kirkwood Bank & Trust in 2014 as a Credit Analyst and was promoted to his current position as a Loan Officer in 2016. He is a native of Devils Lake and a graduate of the University of North Dakota with a degree in Finance and Investments. He enjoys UND hockey, spending time outdoors, and handyman activities. He and his wife, Danica have one daughter, and enjoy spending time with family and friends.

Dickinson

Scott joined Kirkwood Bank & Trust in November 2001 and has 24 years of experience in the banking industry. He specializes in commercial lending, but has a solid working knowledge of all banking departments. Scott is originally from Dickinson, ND and is a graduate of Dickinson High School. He graduated from Dickinson State University in 1994 with a degree in Business Administration. He completed the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Colorado – Boulder in 1999. Scott currently serves the community of Dickinson by serving as the Treasurer of the Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Center and as President of the Dickinson Wrestling Club.